Environment

The energy transition is essential to tackle climate change and promote a sustainable future. However, this process raises questions of social justice, in particular who bears the costs and who benefits from the changes. .

This article examines the …

The climate emergency and geopolitical crisis are accelerating Europe’s energy transition. But this process brings with it environmental and social challenges that require strategic and integrated planning.

The energy transition in Europe has gained momentum in recent years. With …

Between 2022 and 2025, Portugal is facing major challenges in the field of municipal waste management, in order to meet the commitments made within the European Union and the objectives set out in the Strategic Plan for Municipal Waste (PERSU …

Another step forward for marine biodiversity.

Marine Protected Areas (MPAs) are defined zones in oceans, seas or other aquatic areas where human activities are regulated or restricted to ensure the conservation of biodiversity and the sustainability of marine resources. …

Seabed mining is a current global challenge that poses significant risks to biodiversity and marine ecosystems, especially in such fragile environments with such unique characteristics as the deep sea.

Seabed mining is driven by the growth of the world’s population …

The Earth Charter and the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) are important milestones in the global quest for social and environmental justice. Although different, these documents share fundamental values and complement each other in building a more harmonious future.

The Earth …

Twenty-five years ago, an important milestone in human history was launched: the Earth Charter. This document offers a global vision and proposes ethical principles to build a more just and peaceful society that respects all living beings.

La Carta de …

A young environmental leader’s account of COP29 highlights the role of young people in climate justice.

Climate change is one of the greatest challenges facing humanity, with unequal and disproportionate impacts, particularly on vulnerable communities in developing countries.

COP29, …

Until 15 April, the European cities most committed to environmental sustainability can apply for the 2027 edition of the award. No Italian city has ever been “European Capital”. Spain and Portugal have already been twice each.

Among the many environmental …

Eco-anxiety is a feeling of climate anxiety that is increasingly present among young people but can become a driver for change if managed correctly.

“Why should we go on like this?” says Sérgio Ribeiro, one of the organisers of the …